Is conflict something to avoid, or can it be a tool for growth? In this episode, Eddie Wilson explores the role of conflict in leadership, personal development, and the workplace. Drawing insights from historical figures like Benjamin Franklin and John Adams, Eddie explains why pushing for conflict can bring truth to the surface and help refine belief systems. Eddie explores different approaches to handling conflict and shares three key rules for using it effectively in your life and business. Whether in the workplace or personal relationships, learning to embrace conflict with emotional intelligence can be the key to unlocking your full potential.

• TIMESTAMPS:
• 00:00 Eddie’s Weekly Recap
• 07:54 START
• 08:04 How Can I Benefit from Conflict?
• 08:44 Who is Benjamin Franklin?
• 18:08 What is Emotional Intelligence?
• 21:34 Why Should I Create Conflict? 
• 26:43 Did Benjamin Franklin and John Adams Get Along? 
• 29:44 How is Conflict Good and Bad in the Workplace?
• 33:08 Is it Good to Admit When You're Wrong? 
• 40:11 What Should I do if Someone is Challenging me at work?
• 41:55 Closing Thoughts 
• 43:57 END 

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In this episode, Eddie explores the dynamic phases of business and shares his three guiding principles for navigating the early stages: take risks, strike first, and make small contingency plans. He examines the concept of business as war, detailing the strategies that differentiate "wartime" and "peacetime" in entrepreneurship. Drawing from personal experiences—including challenges in his first marketing business and global insights from his non-profit, Impact Others—Eddie highlights the critical roles of collaboration, customer focus, and innovation in achieving long-term success. Tune in for valuable lessons and thought-provoking stories to help you build your vision and thrive in any business climate.

• TIMESTAMPS:
• 00:00 START
• 00:16 The Five Phases of Business  
• 00:32 Three Principles Eddie Uses During the First Two Phases Business
• 00:40 First Principle: You Cannot Play it Safe
• 03:33 Second Principle: Strike First
• 04:42 Third Principle: Have a Small Contingency Plan 
• 06:12 Is Business War?
• 08:00 The Principles During a Non War Time in Business
• 08:09 1st Principle: Collaboration v Destruction
• 09:14 2nd Principle: Customer Focus v Enemy Focus
• 11:41 3rd Principle: Innovation and Growth v Tried and True Tactics
• 15:04 What is a Problem Most Entrepreneurs Make?
• 17:14 Eddie Shares an Experience About a Time He Was at War in His First Business
• 21:40 Eddies Shares His Experience with Actual War in Two Countries his Non-Profit Impact Others Serves
• 24:34 The Importance of Self Introspection When Starting Your Business
• 24:54 Why its Important to Understand the Concept of War and Business
• 28:14 Eddie Gives Another Example of War in Business, Talking About Steve Jobs v Tim Cook
• 33:32 Eddie Explains that Having Vision is Vital When Running a Business
• 39:14 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson unpacks the difference between being fearful and being afraid, drawing inspiration from the life of Alexander the Great. He shares actionable strategies to overcome fear, find a mentor, and cultivate self-belief. Eddie dives into what might be holding you back from success and provides practical advice on how to achieve the life you truly want. Tune in for an empowering conversation about breaking barriers, building confidence, and taking the first step toward realizing your dreams.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 START
• 00:13  Being Fearful v Being Afraid
• 00:48 Who is Alexander the Great?
• 07:41 What can I do to overcome fear?
• 14:26 Where can I find a Mentor?
• 15:21 How do I Believe in Myself?
• 19:10 What is Holding Me Back from Success?
• 26:25 How Do I Get the Life that I Want?
• 28:59 What is Holding Me Back From What I Really Want to do In My Life?
• 34:37 How Can I Start Believing in Myself?
• 36:36 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson challenges the traditional idea of the Operator vs. the Visionary and explores how both roles are crucial to business success. He compares the pillars of business to offense and defense in sports, sharing a powerful life lesson inspired by a trip to Niagara Falls. Eddie introduces the analogy of the anchor and the propeller, emphasizing the importance of playing to your strengths while actively developing your weaknesses. Discover Eddie's personal strategies for growth and learn how to find balance in your own journey to success.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 START
• 00:08 The Myth of the Operator vs. the Visionary
• 02:16 Comparing the Pillars of Business to the Offense & Defense in Sports
• 05:42 Eddies Trip to Niagara Falls Becomes a Life Lesson
• 14:24 The Analogy of the Anchor and the Propeller in Life
• 12:51 Play on Your Strengths, but Develop Your Weaknesses
• 19:05 What Eddie Does to Push Himself Into Developing his  Weaknesses
• 24:05 CLOSING
• 24:50 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson explores his book "The Titan Doctrine"—a powerful framework for turning ideas into reality. Drawing inspiration from the story of Sultan Mehmed II, Eddie breaks down the four key steps to refine and execute your ideas: testing their origination, embracing solitude, navigating the trial phase, and seeking wise counsel. He also shares a personal story about the consequences of not following this process and reflects on his greatest accomplishment—founding the non-profit Impact Others. Tune in for a deep dive into the discipline and strategy required to bring your best ideas to fruition.the art of leadership.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 START
• 00:11 The Titan Doctrine
• 01:38 Bringing Your Ideas to Fruition
• 04:05 The Story of Sultan MehMed II 
• 11:41 The Respect of Our Ideas
• 12:51 The Process of How to Refine Your Ideas
• 13:19 Step One: Testing the Origination of Your Idea
• 16:59 Step Two: Solitude
• 19:21 Step Three: The Trial Phase
• 21:38 Step Four: Seek Counsel
• 25:55 The Conclusion to Sultan Mehmed II
• 28:04 Eddie's Experience of Not Following the Four Steps 
• 33:26 Eddie’s Greatest Accomplishment: His Non Profit Impact Others
• 37:19 Closing Thoughts
• 37:49 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson introduces his Three Tiers of Leadership, guiding listeners through the journey from self-leadership to leading others, and ultimately, becoming a leader of leaders. He challenges listeners to evaluate their own leadership level and emphasizes the importance of structure, discipline, and purpose. Eddie also discusses the power of repressing the ego, the difference between chaotic and disciplined leadership, and the value of recognizing other leaders around you. Join Eddie for an inspiring look at how to reach your ultimate potential by mastering the art of leadership.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 START
• 00:09 Leadership is a Key Component in Life
• 00:47 Eddie Introduces his Three Tiers of Leadership
• 01:55 Level One Leader: One Who Can Lead Themself
• 07:47 Level Two Leader: Be a Leader of Followers
• 15:24 Level Three Leader: Be a Leader of Leaders
• 24:22 Getting to the Ultimate Potential in Your Life
• 27:23 Eddie's Challenge to Evaluate Your Level of Leadership
• 29:36 Learning the Lessons of Repressing the Ego
• 35:57 Chaotic Leader v. Disciplined Leader
• 39:30 The Importance of Having Structure in Your Life
• 42:15 The Significance of Anchoring into Your Purpose
• 47:07 Recognize the Leaders Around You
• 50:00 Closing Thoughts
• 51:14 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson explores the principles of power and influence. He shares his insights on identifying powerful individuals in your life and reveals his three key characteristics of true power. Eddie discusses his favorite and least favorite laws from The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene, his theory of why power is created, and the critical link between power and influence. He also shares a personal story on the transformative power of unconditional love, questioning whether love and power can be synonymous. Join Eddie for a deep dive into the complexities of power, influence, and love.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 00:00 START
• 00:20 The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Green 
• 03:20 Identifying the Most Powerful People in Your Life 
• 06:36 Eddies Three Characteristics of True Power & Influence
• 12:15 Eddie's Favorite Laws of Power from Robert Green
• 16:17 The Ability to Manage One's Attachments
• 20:28 Power is Created
• 23:45 If You Do Not Possess Power, You Do Not Possess Influence
• 28:09 Eddie’s Least Favorite Law of Power from Robert Green
• 34:01 Personal Risks Eddie Has Taken in His Life
• 42:34 Eddie Shares a Very Touching Story on Learning the Power of Unconditional Love
• 47:56 Is Love & Power Synonymous
• 49:09 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson explores the inevitable cycles of war (struggle) and peace (prosperity) that everyone experiences in their lives. He discusses how to embrace the challenges rather than resist them, make truthful assessments about personal resistance, and find stability amidst turmoil. Eddie shares biblical examples of these cycles, offers insights on navigating conflicts in both personal and professional relationships, and challenges listeners to recognize and cultivate peace in their own lives. Tune in to learn how to acknowledge the value of both struggle and prosperity, and the importance of understanding the difference between healthy and unhealthy conflict.

• TIMESTAMPS:
• 00:00 START
• 02:06 Everyone Experiences Cycles of Peace or Prosperity & War or Struggle in Their Lives  
• 02:20:18 Embrace the War in Your Life Instead of Resisting it
• 04:11:00 Defining Peace/Prosperity or Stabilization
• 09:32:13 The Cycle of War & Peace in Your Career
• 12:18:16 Biblical Examples of War & Prosperity
• 17:07:10 Make Truthful Assessments About the Resistances in Your Life
• 18:15:12 War & Peace in Your Personal & Work Relationships
• 21:38:04 Eddie's Challenge to Find Peace/Prosperity in your life
• 22:42:07 The Cycles of War & Peace in Eddie's Life
• 27:32:23 Recognizing the People in Your Life During Prosperous Times & in Times of Struggle
• 29:42:08 The Importance of Experiencing & Acknowledging the Differences of Both War/Struggle & Peace/Prosperity
• 33:23:00 CLOSING: Healthy War v. Unhealthy War 
• 35:09:25 END

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson delves into the concept of "The Power of Broke" and how starting from zero can be a powerful catalyst for growth. He discusses the importance of putting oneself in challenging situations, the value of sweat equity, and why hunger is a necessity for every entrepreneur. Eddie also highlights examples of entrepreneurs who have rebuilt from nothing and shares insights on leveraging the Empire Operating System in business. Tune in to discover how embracing duress can lead to resilience, innovation, and lasting success.

• TIMESTAMPS:
• 00:00 START
• 01:27 Opening: The Power of Broke
• 37:18 Empire Operating System : Because Coffee
• 04:02:11 Entrepreneurs That Have Gone to Zero
• 09:06:27 The Benefit of Business Owners Putting Themselves in Duress
• 11:15:01 Arielle Charnas
• 14:13:29 Sweat Equity
• 19:26:07 Hunger is a Necessity in Business 
• 22:50:22 Closing Thoughts
• 24:20:17 END 

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In this episode, Eddie Wilson explores the delicate balance required to grow a successful business. Drawing inspiration from Ryan Holiday's four characteristics of Stoicism, he discusses the tension between temperance and discipline, creativity and restraint, and ego versus confidence. Eddie shares his career history, the importance of partnerships, and the challenges of achieving lasting success in business. He also reflects on the nuanced difference between "Truth" and "truth" in decision-making and leadership. Join Eddie as he unpacks these concepts and offers a challenge for listeners to evaluate their own paths to success.

• TIMESTAMPS:
• 00:00 START
• 01:37 Growing a Business Requires Ambition
• 22:23 Ryan Holiday's Four Characteristics of Stoicism
• 02:38:07 Temperance v. Discipline
• 06:03:51 Creativity v. Restraint 
• 07:59:43 Outliers
• 09:48:45 The Importance of Partnerships
• 11:44:17 The Inability to Create Success in Business 
• 13:04:39 Eddie's Career History
• 14:38:26 The Balance Between Restraint and Creativity in Business
• 16:01:59 Ego is the Enemy 
• 20:31:42 The Difference Between “Truth” and “truth”
• 23:13:11 Ego v. Confidence 
• 28:56:10 Challenge for the Listeners
• 30:21:36 END 

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